The historical society supports and encourages the preservation of the history of Blackwood and the surroundings including Barrys Reef and Greenhills.
We are a friendly group of volunteers that meet officially once a month at our home base, we however meet much more often to explore the area, discuss history and search out relics of the past of this amazing township.
Blackwood came of age in the gold rush beginning in 1855 where the population at one point reached an amazing 13,000 individuals with many hotels, stores, gold workings and hopeful prospectors living it rough.
The town now have approximately 300 permanent residents and is a favourite spot for tourists if you are visiting on one of our open days we would love to share with you stories, photos and relics of the past. We are open the first Saturday of the month.
Blackwood & District Historical Society, Corner Martin St and, Warner St, Blackwood VIC 3458, Blackwood 3458 View Map
Corner Martin St and, Warner St, Blackwood VIC 3458 , Blackwood 3458